Upgrade your clutch fork to this Reinforced version that uses a laser cut template, welded in place to strengthen the fork and prevent it from premature failure. (for 02A and 02J 5-spd transmissions).

Do you have a bad clutch fork?? Symptoms include Increasing difficultly getting into gear, esp 1st. Really fast clicking / chattering sound in Neutral with clutch completely let out. Sound may completely disappear if you press in the clutch.